In my opinion Kelly has got to play even if he is not fully fit. It's a big risk but it's one worth taking as I believe you have a chance of winning only if he plays. I support Hull but have watched Rovers at home regularly and Kelly without doubt is a very special player and has been one of the best i've seen this season. His game went up a notch after Campese's injury as he had to take on more responsibility. Comparisons have been made with what happened to Gavin Miller against Cas all those years ago but you cannot compare like for like as back then you only had 2 substitutions, now with 10 interchanges you can cover him if he breaks down.

Absolutely he should. I hope Chester thinks about the players who have never let the team down. I think he could revel in the atmosphere.

Well kelly was training today doing runs up and down the pitch looked ok to me

I assume you are referring to the mechanics of his motion, rather than his "lovely" hair.

Either way, you're the man and this is good news.

Let's know tomorrow night if any lateral movements off his damaged knee have been observed.

Of course I was talking about his hair that is the most important thing ask Sandra

Agree but I think we've got 20+ players who deserve a spot.

If Chessie decides to go with one hooker (maybe being briefly spelled by a utility player) it will be Lunt.

Apparently positions 2-17 have all been decided subject to Kelly being fit. The 'number one' question will be resolved tomorrow we won't be told until Friday.

This week is horrible, all those fans of other clubs that told us that the build up to Wembley weekend is all fun and giggles are wrong.

First time I ever watched Rovers lose was 1986.

I almost can't bring myself to go.

I don't give a shizzle about the money (that I can't afford) this is us, this is Hull Kingston Rovers.

Kelly will be within the 17, so will Lunt and Boudebza .......Chessie's headache is whether to go with Dixon or Cockayne at fullback and whether or not to drop Donaldson for a prop ......Personally, I would go with Dixon and drop Cockayne and Donaldson .....Tony P, Tilse and Tyke can play second row if need be.

Read loads of posts all over the Interweb.

Bring it.

Marrowoffmymotheringbones.

Win or lose on Saturday, I'm going to enjoy the occasion more than ever this time.

In advance, the only qualm I have is if John Boudebza gets left out-of our starting 17. Tactics aside, that would be a massive injustice. On contribution, form and personal development alone this season, he is fully deserving of a spot.

He epitomises what we are all about in this game. Underdog, underrated, unfancied.

His inclusion would give the team some balance and impetus and would fire urgency into our attack. It also gives Lunt a breather, as he can drop off tackles when he gets knackered.

I thought Boudebza's introduction in the semi was the catalyst/boost we needed right at that time. Similarly the reintroduction of Lunt had another positive impact and Lunt also offers that experienced head to 'hopefully' see out games. Who knows how CC sees it, but I'd be surprised if we don't lineup with the exact same 17 as the semi.

It's a tough call on the forwards, Chester is gunna have to upset a couple who feel they deserve a place. I really hope Green is on the bench I think he deserves it. Puletua should definitely start, Walker hasn't been his best recently but he will get the nod as will Tilse who I'm unsure about. Tyke, Horne, Larroyer to start in the back row.

Kelly will probably play but id pick Marsh ahead of Chisholm if he didn't make it. 2-5 picks itself. The one I'm most passionate about is who plays 1. I want Dixon to play 100%, but Im concerned chester will pick BC instead. It frustrates me that he is somehow seen by Chester as the safe option.. He's just as prone to errors and poor games as Dixon but so much less likely to win you a game.

Whatever 17 he picks will have to be extremely close to their best to have a chance and here's hoping we can pull it off.

Right, I've decided now, there's only 1 headache and if Chester picks anything other than this exact 16 with 1 of the other 2 he's an idiot and we'll get embarrassed on the biggest stage.

Dixon
Mantellato
Welham
Salter
Sio
Blair
Kelly
Walker
Lunt
Puletua
Larroyer
Horne
McCarthy

Boudebza
Tilse
Donaldson
Green/Allgood

Toss up for that last bench spot.

This is how it must be for a narrow Rovers victory...

Cockayne (can't believe Dixon is being considered...gives away far more than he creates majority of the time)
Mantellato
Welham
Salter
Sio
Blair (would much prefer at second row but no other solid option at off half)
Kelly (who are we kidding...he's playing)
Green
Lunt
Puletua
Larroyer
Horne
McCarthy

Boudebza
Walker
Tilse
Allgood

22-20 to us by the way...Kelly, Mantellatox2 and Cockayne the scorers.
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